bowflex

I have a bowflex and no instructions. It was given to me recently. What are the best exercises to do using it? What is you thought on this piece of equipment in place of open weights, etc. Can you do the same exercises that you would do with open weights? Thanks!

I use free weights in my lifting routine. I find that free weights demand more attention to form and proper lifting techniques than machines do. However, I have never used a Bowflex so I am unfamiliar with its attributes. But I find it difficult to accept that Bowflex's 20 minutes-a-day workout is going to build the kind of muscles that you see on the models in their TV ads. Call me old fashioned I guess, but I much prefer free weights to machine-assisted workouts. Good luck!

Home gyms are tough. Most of the time they turn into clothing racks instead of regularly used workout equipment.

I have a bowflex that I use three times a week. They (like anything) have their pro's and con's. The bowflex seems to work for me. I use it to maintain because I really dont want to build at this point in my life.

Look at the bowflex web page for a contact link. Ask them to send you a manual. The manual is a must have if you ask me.

Hi, Thanks for the info. I will check the web site. Thanks. My Goals have always been to loose weight. I really need to build up though. I will add a picture soon. It is hard to find any I like. I have always had a complex about weight even though I have gotten down to a 33 waist. I always see fat when I look at myself. I was a fat kid. If I am honest with myself, I need to build up and firm up.

Would probably have bought a Bowflex last year, but could not find one that was short enough to fit in my basement! Old house problems. I bought another home gym and use freeweights too for a variety of workouts.